lok6 di1落Ｄ
Jyutpinglok6 di1
Yalelohk dī
Definition
To go to a disco or nightclub.
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How it's used
This term refers specifically to the clubbing culture popular in Hong Kong during the late 20th century. While the term remains widely understood, it carries a slightly nostalgic or retro connotation as modern venues are more commonly referred to as club. It functions as a verb phrase and is almost exclusively used in informal, social contexts.
Examples
Shall we go to the disco together tonight?
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Common mistake
Do not use this term to describe going to a modern nightclub or a bar, as it specifically evokes the disco era. Using it for a high-end lounge or a quiet bar will sound out of place or unintentionally funny.
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